January weather forecast
Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo

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Weather in January

Notably, January in Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo, is characterized by the ideal balance of a relatively low average daily amount of rainfall at 57mm (2.24") and modest temperatures with highs around 21.5°C (70.7°F) and lows at approximately 12.8°C (55°F) alongside abundant sunshine for an average of 9 hours a day. The start of the year arrives against a backdrop of mild days and cool evenings that foster optimal conditions for outdoor activities, especially hiking and wildlife sightseeing in the Virunga National Park. This period is known for its steady and gentle breezes, leading to crystal clear skies averaging at about 9 km visibility. The city embarks into the new year on sunny notes with the sun gleaming on most days, and the UV index at a moderate 5, suggesting sunscreen as an essential item in your travel checklist. With a relatively low average wind gust speed, wind chill rarely factors into the city's overall January temperatures.

Temperature

As January takes hold in Goma, the average high-temperature is a still agreeable 21.5°C (70.7°F), nearly mirroring that of the previous month. Throughout the nights in January, an average low-temperature of 12.8°C (55°F) is noted in Goma.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Goma, in January, it is raining for 19.6 days, with typically 57mm (2.24") of accumulated precipitation. In Goma, during the entire year, the rain falls for 289.8 days and collects up to 1383mm (54.45") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Goma, the average length of the day in January is 12h and 13min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:12. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:22 CAT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 9h.

UV index

January through May, July through October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Goma. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Goma in January?

In Goma, in January, the average high-temperature is 21.5°C (70.7°F), and the average low-temperature is 12.8°C (55°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Goma?

The average relative humidity in January is 79%.

How much does it rain in Goma in January?

In Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo, during January, the rain falls for 19.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 57mm (2.24") of precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in January in Goma?

In January, the average day length in Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo, is 12h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Goma?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:12. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:22 CAT.

How many hours of sunshine does Goma have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Goma is 9h.

When is the highest UV index in Goma?

January through May, July through October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo.

How high is the UV index in January in Goma?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Goma is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average temperature in January - Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average high temperature in January: 21.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (21.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is May (19.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 12.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (13.9°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and June (12.8°C).

Average pressure in January
Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average pressure in January - Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average pressure in January: 1013.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1015.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1012.4mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average wind speed in January - Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average wind speed in January: 4.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (3.8km/h).

Average humidity in January
Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average humidity in January - Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average humidity in January: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are April and May (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

Average rainfall in January
Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average rainfall in January - Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average rainfall in January: 57mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (174mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (41mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average rainfall days in January - Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average rainfall days in January: 19.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (27.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (18.5 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average daylight in January: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average sunshine days in January - Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average sunshine days in January: 9.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (10.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (2.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average UV index in January - Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average UV index in January: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October and December (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and November (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in January
Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average cloud cover in January - Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average cloud cover in January: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average visibility in January - Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average visibility in January: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are July and August (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (7km).

Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo

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